Candelabrum Karl Hagenauer Werkstatte Hagenauer ca. 1930

As early as 1928, Karl Hagenauer designed a four-flame candlestick that, with its brass tubes angled at 90 degrees, anticipated a characteristic element of the iconic candelabrum “Tree” (Baum). At the IV. Triennale in Milan, Werkstatte Hagenauer achieved a remarkable international success with exact this very modernist design. In this new interpretation of the classic form, Karl Hagenauer arranges the individual candle holders symmetrically, creating a sculptural object with a technically modern appearance. The clear and minimalist design language already shows one of the defining style characteristics of the Werkstatte Hagenauer, with functionality playing a significant role. These elegant and functional objects fit well within the modern European design tradition, showcasing that Karl and Franz, the Hagenauer siblings, were in tune with the spirit of the times with their designs.